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/ɪnˈækjərətli ˈkælɪˌbreɪtɪd/
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/ɪnˈækjʊrətli ˈkælɪˌbreɪtɪd/
(calibrate)
adjust for accuracy
Etymology
Etymology Information
'calibrate' originates from the French word 'calibrer,' which meant 'to measure the caliber of a gun.'
Historical Evolution
'calibrer' transformed into the English word 'calibrate' in the 19th century, maintaining its meaning related to measurement and adjustment.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to measure the caliber of a gun,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'adjusting or setting something precisely.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not adjusted or set correctly, leading to errors or inaccuracies.
The inaccurately-calibrated scale gave a false reading.
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Last updated: 2025/03/30 22:59